CHERIE CLAIRE

Many people have asked me where exactly in Louisiana does the Cajun Series take place. Since the family saga begins in 1765, many of the towns in Louisiana no longer exist. Most, however, do. And some are confusing. Take Natchez, for instance. In Emilie, the family travels to the Spanish fort at Natchez located miles upstream from New Orleans. When I first learned about this site in my historical research, I had assumed it was Natchez, Mississippi, on the other side of the ri

This is one of my favorite Louisiana dishes to cook, although the photo above was my version in which I left the vegetables a bit chunky (I'm a bit lazy when it comes to cooking). You can certainly do the same and chop yours smaller for a finer culinary experience. We always use shrimp fresh out of the Gulf — notice how big those babies are? We purchased them in Delcambre, Louisiana, and served the whole meal over Louisiana rice. Bon appetit! Shrimp Creole 4 tablespoons butte

In 2014 Lafayette, Louisiana, was named the Happiest City in America by the Wall Street Journal's Marketwatch.com. I wasn't surprised. My town is filled with people who love to dance, enjoy our excellent cuisine and, as we say in French, laissez les bons temps roulez or pass a good time, chèr. We are happy and we know it. Needless to say, I love living here. You'll also find this joie de vivre in my Cajun novels. #lafayette #lafayettetravel #cajun #joiedevivre #acadian #acadi

From Delphine, Book Four in The Cajun Series 1. Never lose control. 2. Always be prepared. Never go anywhere unarmed. 3. Always sleep with one eye open. 4. Know thy enemy. 5. Avoid too much spirits. It fogs the brain. 6. Never turn your back on an enemy. 7. Never let them see you sweat. 8. Never give up. #pirates #cherieclaire #historicalromance #romance #louisiana #neworleans #france #privateers #cajuns #acadians #cajun #cajunseries